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Second regional plasmapheresis conference and workshop for Southeast Asia (SEA) on the immunomodulatory role of plasma exchange in central and peripheral nervous system disorders, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 9th December 2017
Author(s) -
Viswanathan Shanthi,
Hung Stefanie Kar Yan,
Goyal Vinay,
Apiwattanakul Metha,
Thirugnanam Umapathi N.,
Abdullah Suhailah,
Aye Seinn Mya Mya,
Ohnmar Ohnmar,
Si Le Tri,
Keosodsay Saysavath,
Estiasari Riwanti,
Khalife Najib,
Hiew Fu Liong
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
journal of clinical apheresis
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.697
H-Index - 46
eISSN - 1098-1101
pISSN - 0733-2459
DOI - 10.1002/jca.21630
Subject(s) - kuala lumpur , medicine , plasmapheresis , therapeutic plasma exchange , asia pacific , healthcare system , health care , medical education , family medicine , immunology , economic growth , business , marketing , economics , antibody , international trade
In December 2017, 79 delegates attended the 2nd regional plasmapheresis conference and workshop for Southeast Asia (SEA) on the immunomodulatory role of plasma exchange in central and peripheral nervous system disorders in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This meeting featured 6 plenary lectures, interactive sessions dedicated for experience sharing, case presentations, and a practical session for paramedics. Clinical experts and researchers from 7 SEA countries and India shared experience and challenges in treating autoimmune neurological disorders. While the spectrum of diseases and neurology practice remained largely similar, there was great disparities in accessibility of therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) within SEA countries and between urban or rural settings. Costs, human resources, and healthcare policies are common challenges in providing sustainable TPE services. Novel techniques and innovative ideas in performing TPE were explored. A working consortium comprising of key opinion leaders was proposed to improve standards of TPE and enhance future research.